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Jan
25
2008

Nart Sagas from the Caucasus

by: Mu

Nart Sagas from the Caucasus: Myths and Legends from the Circassians, Abazas, Abkhaz, and Ubykhs An introduction to many of the cultures of the Caucasus Mountains and the coastlands of the Black Sea. In the Caucasus Mountains, in the little republics of the Ossetians, stories are still told of the Alans, the medieval ancestors and …

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Jan
25
2008

Top Tales of Halloween

by: Mu

For family entertainment, get the kids together for these 101 Spooktacular Party Ideas Planning a Halloween party with children is easy with the benefit of Linda Sadler’s experience – she’s been planning and hosting school parties at her home for over 15 years.

Jan
25
2008

Eaters of the Dead

by: Mu

Beowulf again Eaters of the Dead Eaters of the Dead is a retelling of the classic Anglo-Saxon epic poem Beowulf from the perspective of an Arab diplomat who ends up joining Beowulf’s party to hunt the fearsome monster who has been ravaging the Northmen.

Jan
25
2008

Pet Ghosts

by: Mu

Pet Ghosts? Pet Ghosts: Animal Encounters from Beyond the Grave Can animals return as ghosts? Many are the tales of spectral Black Dogs, wolf spirits and ghostly herds of horses, and of pets who prove their loyalty in the afterlife.

Jan
25
2008

Mother of Kings

by: Mu

Poul Anderson is legendary among speculative fiction readers and this, his last dark tale, demonstrates why this is so.